Magic Mask Decoration Class

Name: Magic Mask Decoration Class
Start: 2026-09-03T09:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-09-03T10:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Venice

Discover the artistic traditions of Venice with a Venetian mask workshop set inside a historic palace near Piazza San Marco. Guided by a local artisan, this hands-on experience offers insight into traditional techniques while you create your own mask.

1 hr

Group size up to 15 persons

Mobile ticket

English

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

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What is not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Details

Step into the historic Prison’s Palace in Venice, located close to the renowned Piazza San Marco, and discover the city’s artistic heritage through a Venetian mask workshop.

This setting, once linked to the story of Giacomo Casanova, provides a distinctive backdrop for a creative experience.

Under the guidance of an expert artisan, learn the traditional techniques of mask decoration.

All materials are provided, including colors, paints, and decorative elements, allowing you to design and personalize your own Venetian Carnival mask.

This hands-on activity offers insight into a long-standing craft while giving you the opportunity to create a unique piece. At the end of the workshop, take your finished mask home as a meaningful souvenir and a reminder of Venice’s cultural traditions.

Important Info

• The tour is NOT private but is shared with other participants
• The tour could be bilingual
• Pets are not allowed
• This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
• Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to the staff)
• Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the start of the tour
• Bring clothes appropriate to the experience

Online Booking

Price
Adult (Age 12-99)	€69 per person
Child (Age 0-11)	€57 per person

For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.

Activity book period

You can book tour up to 3 hours in advance.

Activity languages

English

How long your tour will be

1 hr

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Reviews by travellers

4.9 out of 5

1419 reviews

1103

Tanja

Workshop was good and the artist very nice. We got a beautiful mask out of it. I personally would rate the workshop too pricey though for 50 mins, a bit of painting on our own and the artist making a 5 min beautiful finish. The shop itself is great though and I can recommend to go there.

4 days ago

Venanzio P.

It was an incredible experience! I highly recommend! We got super lucky as we had the main artist! He was telling us the history of the mask, showed us his work, as well as his wife and children. He outlined our masks and added some detail in the end. He was great with my 7 y/o daughter! He was very patient with her and made a few jokes. Needless to say, my daughter wanted to go back the next day! Its a nice setting as it can be just a private family event. We had the whole room to ourselves. Highly recommend!

6 days ago

Assunta L.

Excellent experience with my nephew who is six years old. A day later he is still talking about the mask . The instructor was very patient and I loved that we were able to work in a small group with focused attention on us. A good value for the money and great for kids.

8 days ago

Durante R.

This was a good experience. The mask painting gave us something different to do besides the typical walking tours especially if you enjoy arts and crafts. The shop owner is very talented and gives you general direction for painting the mask and also ends up painting the Venetian design on the mask at the final layer/stage. While I really like the way the mask turned out, I would have liked to try and paint the final stage myself even if it may not have turned out as good.

8 days ago

Teobaldo P.

Amazing time had. Great fun for all the family including children of 6 and 4. Very friendly family run shop. The experience is choosing a mask blank from the selection, painting it and decorating it. In between waiting for the mask to dry and decorating you get to ask lots of questions and get an overview history of mask making. Highly recommended.

11 days ago

Amabile B.

What’s more Venetian than a carnival mask? This workshop was such a wonderful way to experience one of Venice’s trademark crafts firsthand. Giorgio was patient, informative, generous with his expertise, and kind. We learned so much and had so much fun, plus we’re taking home one-of-a-kind souvenirs: SO much better than buying factory-made junk, and so meaningful! You shouldn’t miss this! And it’s definitely not just for kids: I did this workshop with my two teenagers, and I loved it. It was very meaningful.

12 days ago

Polidoro C.

Fantastic experience and Giorgio is an absolute GEM! Not only is he superb artist, but also he (along with his wife and son) is one of the last authentic Venetian mask makers!! Who better to learn from than an artisan himself? Did this activity by myself-braved the rain in the early morning to make it! Highly recommend this quite enjoyable, unique and relaxing activity, especially if you enjoy crafting and learning more about the history of the Venetian carnival mask! You get to ask him about his other masks and keep yours as a souvenir! And he also offers discounts if you decide to purchase one of his own painted masks!

17 days ago

Eufemia S.

My boyfriend and I went to paint masks and it was a super fun interactive activity. The shop was so cute and we had a great time. We even bought some masks from the owners. They owners were extremely nice and very informative and helpful. I would definitely go again.

22 days ago

Clelia V.

Very nice activity. Lovely guide friendly andvery knowledgeable. Would totally recommend

25 days ago

Mia T.

Very great experience! Very relaxed athmosphere and endearing shop. Our instructor was very skilled and we had a great conversation. The masks we made are good souveniers and you can buy the beautiful ones he makes for a descount. We also got a few tips about where to go and what to see in Venice. Definitely recommended!

25 days ago

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